Kensington MD Landmarks & Monuments

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ACourtyard Washington Convention Center

Courtyard Washington Convention Center
  • 900 F St nw
    Washington, DC 20004
  • +1 800 368 9000
4.0
182+ reviews, 6 sources
  • Highlights: wheelchair accessible more
  • Location: Washington, Washington DC (9.3 miles from Kensington)
  • two beds with nice comfortable mattresses, better bedding than a comparable hotel, good strong hot shower, average bath amenitie more on TripAdvisor
  • bed was extremely comfortable and the best feature of the room more on Travelocity.com

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Courtyard Washington Convention Center
900 F St nw
Washington, DC 20004

BLibrary of Congress

  • 101 Independence Ave SE
    Washington, DC 20003
  • 2027075000
4.5
18+ reviews, 2 sources
  • Highlights: wheelchair accessible more
  • Location: Washington, Washington DC (11.2 miles from Kensington)
  • We were first time visitors and walked for about 2 hours in the July summer heat. We were getting weary and found ourselves having to wait for another metal detector. I had nothing in my purse by my wallet. We got in and the coolness was refreshing. We collected ourselves and started to look at s... more on TripAdvisor
  • The interior of the Library of Congress Jefferson Building is absolutely one of the most amazing buildings in Washington, D.C. It's really the ... more on Yelp

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Library of Congress
101 Independence Ave SE
Washington, DC 20003

CAntietam National Battlefield

Antietam National Battlefield
  • P.O. Box 158
    Sharpsburg, MD, 21782
  • +1 301 432 5124
4.5
4+ reviews, 2 sources
  • Highlights: visitor center, guided tours, picnic tables more
  • Location: Sharpsburg, Maryland (4.5 miles from Kensington)
  • Enjoyed the Excellent driving tour of the Battlefield. I would suggest that if you are really into the Historic features of the Battlefield you should rent or purchase one of the Driving Tour Tapes/CD's. I Spent the better ... more on TripAdvisor
  • About an hour or so south of Gettysburg lies the next closest battlefield if you're following the Civil War Trail. It is very large and open, with some ... more on Yelp

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Antietam National Battlefield
P.O. Box 158
Sharpsburg, MD, 21782

DMarine Corp War Memorial - Iwo Jima Flag Raising

Marine Corp War Memorial - Iwo Jima Flag Raising
  • Rosslyn
    Virginia
  • +1 703 289 2500
  • Overview Commonly called the "Iwo Jima Memorial," the statue is a depiction of the famous raising of the U.S. flag on Iwo Jima and is dedicated to all Marines ... more on TripAdvisor
  • Overview The Iwo Jima Memorial, also known as the U. S. Marine Corps War Memorial, honors the Marines who have died defending the United States since 1775. The Iwo Jima Memorial is located near Arlington National Cemetery, in Arlington, Virginia, just across the Potomac River from Washington, DC. The 32-f... more on Dc.about.com

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EGeorgetown Station Post Office

  • 1215 31st Street Northwest
    Washington, DC 20007-3423
5.0
1+ reviews, 1 sources
  • Overview This post office warrants special attention due to the rather monumental building in which it is housed. Originally built as a customs house, it is made of sturdy granite and has two sets of shallow steps, also granite, leading up to its oversized doors. The inside is majestic and still functions... more on Yahoo! Travel

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Georgetown Station Post Office
1215 31st Street Northwest
Washington, DC 20007-3423

FClara Barton National Historic Site

Clara Barton National Historic Site
  • 5801 Oxford Road
    Glen Echo, MD 20812-1201
  • +1 301 492 6245
4.0
1+ reviews, 1 sources
  • Set near Glen Echo Park the Clara Barton House is a nice hour diversion where you can learn about the orgins of the American Red Cross and the wonderful story of a strong American Woman Named Clara Barton.... more on Yahoo! Travel
  • Overview Clara Barton dedicated her life and energies to help others in times of need - both home and abroad, in peacetime as well as during military emergencies. Glen Echo was her home the last [15] years of her life and the structure illustrates ... more on Nps.gov

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Clara Barton National Historic Site
5801 Oxford Road
Glen Echo, MD 20812-1201

GFranciscan Monastery

Franciscan Monastery
  • 1400 Quincy St Northeast
    Washington, DC 20017-3041
  • +1 202 526 6800
5.0
19+ reviews, 1 sources
  • Highlights: wheelchair accessible more
  • Location: Washington, Washington DC (7.6 miles from Kensington)
  • The gardens, atmosphere, catacombs, and relics make this a spot to visit again and again. I love it here. more on Yahoo! Travel
  • it was a holly experience. it was like taking a trip to nazareth i would recommend everyone to see the catacumb. nobody should visit washington ... more on Yahoo! Travel

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Franciscan Monastery
1400 Quincy St Northeast
Washington, DC 20017-3041

HGeorge Washington Memorial Parkway

  • George Washington Memorial Pkwy
    McLean,VA,22101
  • 7032892500
5.0
4+ reviews, 1 sources
  • When I drive along the GW Parkway, I'm reminded why I love living in DC. I'm tempted to subtract a star for the incredibly poor road signs (whoever though ... more on Yelp
  • I love the GW Parkway! Its such a beautiful drive. As Dee said, it makes you thankful to live in this area where you can enjoy the culture of the ... more on Yelp

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George Washington Memorial Parkway
George Washington Memorial Pkwy
McLean,VA,22101

IIslamic Mosque and Cultural Center

  • 2551 Massachusetts Avenue North West
    Washington, DC 20008-2826
  • +1 202 332 8343
5.0
7+ reviews, 1 sources
  • Highlights: wheelchair accessible more
  • Location: Washington, Washington DC (7.4 miles from Kensington)
  • Overview The largest mosque in the United States, the Islamic Center is built of white limestone and has a 162-foot-high minaret. Within, stained-glass windows and fine Persian carpets contribute to the mosque's ornate and lavish artistry. In the Center complex, only the mosque is open to the public. Wome... more on Yahoo! Travel
  • Overview The Islamic Center of Washington is a mosque and Islamic cultural center in Washington D.C. It is located on Embassy Row on Massachusetts Avenue just east of the bridge over Rock Creek. When it opened in 1957 it was the largest Muslim place of worship in the Western Hemisphere. Some 6,000 people ... more on En.wikipedia.org

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Islamic Mosque and Cultural Center
2551 Massachusetts Avenue North West
Washington, DC 20008-2826

JBeall-Dawson House

  • 103 W Montgomery Ave
    Rockville, MD 20850-4212
  • +1 301 762 1492
  • Overview Learn the history of Montgomery County and the life of the Beall family. more on Yahoo! Travel
  • Overview Discover the Heritage of Montgomery County at the Beall-Dawson House - In the period rooms & changing exhibitions of this elegant federal style town-home (ca. 1815) you will encounter the county's beginnings & developing history - Investigate ... more on entertainment.com

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Beall-Dawson House
103 W Montgomery Ave
Rockville, MD 20850-4212

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